Global Movement for Myanmar Democracy
About Us
Formed in the wake of the February coup, GM4MD aims to aid in the restoration of Myanmar Democracy through the following mission, vision, and values.
Mission
Build and strengthen networks for global pro-democracy advocacy for Myanmar and meet technical needs for informed and targeted youth empowerment activities.
Vision
Youth in Myanmar have opportunities to follow their own interests and passions in peaceful, thriving communities without violence.
Values
Equitable and just democracy
Solidarity with pro-democracy activists in and from all areas of Myanmar
Transparent and inclusive decision-making
Professionalism and professional development
We believe that the people of Myanmar have suffered long enough and deserve nothing less than a democratic society that:
Respects the rights of all persons;
Rejects all forms of discrimination including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, skin color, religion, sexual orientation, or disability; and
Rejects any form of militarization of the government.
We aim to organize the Myanmar diaspora, friends of Myanmar, friends of democracy in general, and existing organizations into a global community that coordinates grassroots action to bring about this future. We believe that no person is too small, no deed insignificant to affect change.
We plan to achieve these aims through:
Advocacy
Empowering and connecting existing organizations and grassroots organizers to spearhad political advocacy efforts
Press + Publicity
Keeping the story alive in mainstream media
Social Media
Supporting the GM4MD organization and fostering the GM4MD community and network.
Story Telling
Collecting and reporting accurate stories of those involved and affected by the military junta
Protest Organizing
Magnifying and coordinating global protest campaigns
Fundraising
Bridging efforts to support the movement and those affected by the military
Wellness
Provides and coordinates mental health and elderly support
Data Team
Coordinates big data efforts to benefit Myanmar's nascent democracy
Articles Featuring GM4MD:
Myanmar Anti-Coup Protests Go Global | Thai Enquirer
Latest Thailand English Online News
Myanmar's misery has energized a new generation in the diaspora | Straits Times
Military coup and brutal crackdown have turned many of them into activists. Read more here.
Oil players distance themselves from Myanmar junta amid growing calls for actions | Upstream Online
Chevron plans to support nation's recovery efforts "when situation allows'
Pass the BURMA Act | Providence
An op-ed written by Isabella Meibauer, a constituent from Connecticut. Featuring quotes from GM4MD Co-Founder Jan Jan, and other quotes from USACM colleagues.